In the press: Lichfield Chess Academy
It was very pleasing to see David Short's article about our Lichfield Chess Academy published online in Lichfield Live in the last few days.
It was very pleasing to see David Short's article about our Lichfield Chess Academy published online in Lichfield Live in the last few days.
Test your solving skills on some new puzzles, contributed this week by Vinod and Richard.
Bolstered by John Moughtin-Leay on Board 1, B&L 'D' were disappointed with a 2-2 draw at The Burton Bridge against out-graded Rolls Royce opponents.
Wins on Boards 3 and 4 saw Lichfield 'B' achieve their first match victory of the season in Cannock League Division 2, as they defeated Walsall Kipping by 3-1.
To support new adult and junior members in their chess development, we are delighted to announce a new pilot initiative running for four weeks in November and December 2026. Find out more and get in touch!
Lichfield's Birmingham Division 5 team moved back to the top of the league table following a 3-1 victory Away against Shirley & Wythall.
Fantastic performances from Maurice Staples and Adam Routledge on Board 1 and Board 3 - and a bit of overdue luck in a couple of other games - saw Lichfield kickstart their Birmingham Division 1 season with a 4.5 - 1.5 victory over Tamworth.
Courtesy of Connor Whetnall, Lichfield got off to a fantastic start against Norton Canes in their Cannock Division 4 fixture, but succumbed to a disappointing 3-1 defeat.
Lichfield's 'C' team in Wolverhampton & District Division 3 were defeated for the second time in October, losing 3-1 to Brewood at The King's Head.
In their latest contest, B & L 'B' achieved their best result of the Derby Division 1 season so far, but still fell short against a strong and experienced Breadsall side.
The first night (Rounds 1 and 2) of the Derby & District Knockout Cup and Plate was held last Thursday at Rolls Royce, Derby, with each player playing two Rapid games on the night.
New puzzles to solve, shared this week by Anushka and Richard.